Buick Verano recalls and problems
11 recalls and 441 owner complaints for 6 model years. Pick your year for full details.
Recalls
11
Complaints
441
Crashes reported
19
Fires reported
5
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Buick Verano by year
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Verano | 1 | 9 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 Verano | 2 | 59 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| 2015 Verano | 0 | 59 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 Verano | 6 | 101 | 3 | 1 | 7 | 0 |
| 2013 Verano | 3 | 107 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 |
| 2012 Verano | 3 | 106 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 0 |
Most reported Buick Verano problems
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 123 | |
| Engine | 110 | |
| Air Bags | 93 | |
| Power Train | 52 | |
| Steering | 50 | |
| Unknown or Other | 48 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 26 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | |
| Tires | 15 | |
| Wheels | 14 |
All Buick Verano recalls
| Recall | Date | Years | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25V-764 | Nov 6, 2025 | 2014 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. |
| 23V-870 | Dec 21, 2023 | 2014 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. |
| 23V-674 | Sep 20, 2023 | 2014 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014 Buick Verano and Chevrolet Cruze vehicles. |
| 23V-516 | Jul 27, 2023 | 2013 | Air Bags | General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2013 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Camero, Sonic, and Volt vehicles. |
| 16V-595 | Aug 11, 2016 | 2016 | Fuel System, Gasoline | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured February 16, 2016, to May 12, 2016, equipped with a 2.0 liter turbocharged engine. |
| 16V-502 | Jul 5, 2016 | 2013–2014, 2016–2017 | Electrical System, Power Train | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Buick Verano and 2016 Chevrolet Malibu as the electronic park lock lever may allow the ignition key to be removed without the transmission being in PARK. |
| 14V-417 | Jul 2, 2014 | 2013–2014 | Equipment | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Buick Encore all-wheel-drive vehicles manufactured August 23, 2012, to September 9, 2013; Verano vehicles manufactured August 8, 2012, to June 20, 2013… |
| 14V-300 | Jun 6, 2014 | 2012 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles manufactured December 2, 2011 to July, 16, 2012, Chevrolet Cruze vehicles manufactured December 7, 2011 to July 25, 2012, Chevrolet Sonic… |
| 14V-092 | Feb 21, 2014 | 2014 | Power Train | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, LaCrosse, Verano, and Enclave, and Chevrolet Impala, Malibu, Cruze, and Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. |
| 13V-023 | Jan 24, 2013 | 2012 | Air Bags | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Camaro, Cruze and Sonic, and model year 2012 Buick Verano vehicles. |
| 12V-522 | Oct 31, 2012 | 2012 | Air Bags | General Motors is recalling certain model year 2012 Buick Verano, Chevrolet Cruze, and Chevrolet Sonic vehicles. |
Frequently asked questions
What is the worst year for the Buick Verano?
By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2013 Buick Verano has the most reports (107). Check the 2013 page for the problems owners describe.
How many recalls does the Buick Verano have?
NHTSA lists 11 safety recalls covering Buick Verano model years 2012–2014, 2016–2017.
What are the most common Buick Verano problems?
Owners report electrical system, engine, air bags problems most often.